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Media Bulletin - Manitoba

June 9, 2020

Manitoba Justice Reports In-Custody Death



Manitoba Justice is reporting the death of a 62-year-old male in custody of the Winnipeg Remand Centre. The individual died on June 5 in hospital and his family has been notified. For privacy reasons, the province will not provide additional information about the deceased person. 
 
The death has been reported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, as is required by law. A review of the incident will be conducted by Manitoba Justice.
 
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